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- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 12
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Total watch time
- 4 h 48 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- July 1, 2011 – September 16, 2011
- Season
- Summer 2011
- Source
- Other source
- Studio
- MADHOUSE
- Director
- Mitsuyuki Masuhara
- Original creator
- Marv Wolfman
- Music
- Tetsuya Takahashi
- Age rating
- R — 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 56/100
Estimated watch time
4h 48m
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Vampire100%Martial Arts100%Swordplay79%Urban Fantasy79%Male Protagonist60%Primarily Adult Cast60%Super Power60%
overview details
Synopsis
The story revolves around Blade, a "Daywalker" vampire hunter who was born with vampire and human blood after a vampire attacked his mother. While visiting Japan on a mission, Blade tracks down Deacon Frost, the vampire who killed his mother. Blade confronts "Existence," a mysterious organization composed of vampires modified by Frost. (Source: Anime News Network)
Should you watch Blade?
Blade has been poorly received, with an average AniList score of 56/100 — 15% of 1,894 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
It ranks #95 most popular anime of 2011, and #23 highest-rated anime of Summer 2011, and #22 most popular anime of Summer 2011 on AniList.
Of the 3.6K AniList users who started it, 11.1% dropped it, so it is dropped more often than most; 2.8K have finished it.
At about 4 h 48 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Action, Drama, Horror — especially vampire, martial arts, swordplay, urban fantasy.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Episodes
12 episodes are listed.
Main cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Marv Wolfman
- Director
- Mitsuyuki Masuhara
- Music
- Tetsuya Takahashi
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Blade FAQ
How many episodes does Blade have?
Blade has 12 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 4 h 48 min in total.
How long does it take to watch Blade?
About 4 h 48 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 6 days; at one hour a day, about 5 days.
Is Blade finished?
Yes. Blade has finished airing — the final episode aired September 16, 2011.
Is there a season 2 of Blade?
No sequel is listed for Blade as of October 2026.
Is Blade based on a other source?
Yes. Blade adapts the other source by Marv Wolfman.
Who animated Blade?
Blade was animated by MADHOUSE and directed by Mitsuyuki Masuhara.